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Electric locomotive

CAF RENFE 281

Built by CAF

Top speed
75 km/h
47 mph
Power output
184 kW
247 hp
Weight
75 t
165,347 lb
Track gauge
1,668 mm
Iberian gauge
Years built
1927–1929
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'Bo'

Overview of the CAF RENFE 281

Discover the iconic RENFE 281, a distinguished electric locomotive with a rich history in Spanish rail operations.

Built by CAF between 1927 and 1929, this locomotive is a testament to early 20th-century engineering, designed for robust performance.

The RENFE 281 boasts a powerful 184 kW output and a top speed of 75 km/h, making it a reliable workhorse for its era. It features a substantial weight of 75 tons and operates on a 1668 mm gauge track, suited for the Spanish railway network.

With its distinctive Bo'Bo'Bo' classification and dual electric system capability (1.5 kV DC and 3 kV DC), the RENFE 281 played a significant role for Renfe Operadora. Explore this fascinating piece of railway heritage.

CAF RENFE 281 technical specifications

Value
Built byCAF · 1927–1929
Top speed75 km/h47 mph
Power output184 kW247 hp
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'Bo'
Width2.92 m9 ft 7 in
Weight75 t165,347 lb

Operators of the CAF RENFE 281

Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 281, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Renfe OperadoraRENFE 281Spain

CAF RENFE 281 photos

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